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The nurse in the urgent care clinic is caring for a 22-year-old male client.
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1400: Client reports swelling, erythema, and painful lesion to the left upper extremity. The client reports that he noticed a pimple-like lesion three days ago that grew in size and became painful over the course of three days. The client has a medical history of diabetes mellitus (type one) and has noticed higher-than-normal blood glucose levels. The client reports that pain has increased to a level where he cannot go to the gym daily. On assessment, the client has a large, reddened pustule in the left upper extremity. Pain rated 7/10 on the Numerical Rating Scale. Vital signs: T 98.7° F (37.1° C) P 88 RR 16 BP 138/84 Pulse oximetry reading 99% on room air.
1519: Bedside I&D performed by physician. Applied 4x4 gauze sponge to the wound and wrapped with rolled sterile gauze. Culture and sensitivity were obtained and sent to the lab.
1610: Discharged client home. Discharge teaching provided. Vital signs: T 98.7° F (37.1° C) P 82 RR 17 BP 133/81 Pulse oximetry reading 98% on room air.
The nurse provides the client with discharge teaching on wound care and the prescribed antibiotic.


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The nurse provides the client with discharge teaching on wound care and the prescribed antibiotic. For each of the statements made by the client, click to specify whether the statement indicates an understanding or no understanding of the discharge teaching provided.

Client Statements Understanding No Understanding
I should increase my overall fluid intake to 3 liters daily.
I should wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen while outdoors.
This infection may raise my glucose level.
I may have to change antibiotics depending on the lab test results.
I should keep the wound open to air while sleeping.
I will place soiled bandages in a plastic bag and seal it closed before placing it in the regular trash.
I should wash the infected area before washing the uninfected areas with a washcloth.

Correct Answer: A: Understanding, B: No Understanding, C: Understanding, D: Understanding, E: No Understanding, F: Understanding, G: Understanding

Rationale: A: Adequate fluid intake supports healing and antibiotic efficacy. B: Sunscreen is unrelated to wound care. C: Infections can elevate glucose levels, especially in diabetics. D: Antibiotic adjustments may be needed based on culture results. E: Wounds should be kept covered to prevent contamination. F: Proper disposal of bandages prevents infection spread. G: Washing the infected area first prevents spreading bacteria.

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